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Sahiwal is a breed of zebu cow named after the Punjab region of Pakistan. It is primarily found in the Punjab province of Pakistan and in the Indian states of Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan.

Sahiwal cattle come from the dry region of Punjab. Once tended to by professional herders in large numbers, the introduction of irrigation led to their being kept in smaller numbers by farmers for both draft and dairy use. Today, Sahiwal is a top dai ...

Salers, pronounced 'Sa-Lair', Cattle originated in the mountainous Auvergne region of France. The area does not have much cereal grain production and the Salers cattle were forced to become foragers of the native grasses in summer and hay in winter.

Salers Cattle is one of the oldest breeds of cattle in the world, with prehistoric cave paintings suggesting that a similar type of animal had been bred in the area for 7-10,000 years ...

Salorns are a hybrid breed of cattle that is made up of French Salers and Texas Longhorn blood. This blend of genetics aims to take advantage of the adaptability of the Texas Longhorn, which is considered to be one of the most adaptable breeds of cattle in America, and the proven carcass quality of the Salers.

The Salorn breed is highly praised by experts in the field of animal science. The late professor Jan C. Bonsma, world renowned ...

The term Sanga cattle refers to the indigenous cattle found in sub-Saharan Africa, which are sometimes classified as a subspecies with the scientific name Bos taurus africanus. The origins and history of domestication of these cattle are highly debated and are the subject of extensive discussions and debates among experts. The recent advancements in genetic studies combined with archaeological research, including cultural history, have helped in ...

Sanhe cattle are a breed of cattle developed in Inner Mongolia through crossbreeding between native Mongolian cattle and exotic breeds such as the Simmental and Shorthorn. They are a dual-purpose breed, used for both milk and meat production. The breed originated on the grasslands in the northeast of Inner Mongolia.

Sanhe cattle are known for their adaptability to harsh environmental conditions. They are able to survive in extreme tem ...

Santa Cruz cattle represent over ten years of intense research and development by the King Ranch aimed at creating a more market acceptable beef animal that produced superior results as both a feeder and seed stock animal in hot, humid, and unfavorable environments.  

They are a composite of Santa Gertrudis, Red Angus, and Gelbvieh .  

There are both polled and horned individuals. They range from a light red or ho ...

Santa Gertrudis are considered to be America's first beef breed. They were developed on King Ranch to function in hot, humid, and unfavorable environments. They were developed by crossing Indian Brahman cattle with British Shorthorns. In 1920, years of experimentation culminated with the birth of Monkey, a deep red bull calf. Monkey became the foundation sire for not just a superior line of cattle, but an entirely new breed. In 1940, Santa ...

Sarda cattle come from Sardinia. It seems to belong to the Podolico breed. Although it is quite rustic, it is scarcely productive; it is bred in Sardinia in difficult areas.

Since 1985 the Registry Office of autochthonous cattle breeds and ethnic groups of limited diffusion has been founded, in order to protect those Italian cattle breeds at risk of extinction and to safeguard this genetic heritage. Among them there are the follo ...

The Sardo Bruna cattle breed is the product of crossbreeding and subsequent crosses between Bruna cattle from the Alps and the autochthonous breed of Sardinia. Historically, it was widely distributed in the Sassari province of Sardinia.

These cattle exhibit characteristics similar to the traditional Bruna breed. They have solid heads with a robust structure, typically sporting a brown coat with a dark grey muzzle that often has a light ...

Sardo-modicana cattle are milk cattle bred in the provinces of Cagliari and Oristano, Italy. They are the result of a cross on a Modicana instead of a Sarda.

Since 1985 the Registry Office of autochthonous cattle breeds and ethnic groups of limited diffusion has been founded, in order to protect those Italian cattle breeds at risk of extinction and to safeguard this genetic heritage. Among them there are the following breeds: Age ...

Savoiarda Cattle are an old Italian breed belonging to a branch of the French breed Tarantaise.They are used mainly for milk product, but often for meat. As to a census of half twentieth century there were about 12,500 heads only in the province of Turin, particularly in Susa Valley.Today this breed has undergone a great decrease, although some heads from the old Savoiarda breed still survive.

Dark golden red coat shading to tawn ...

Sayaguesa are an endangered Spanish breed of domestic cattle. They are named for the comarca of Sayago in the province of Zamora, in the western part of the autonomous community of Castile and León, and are raised almost exclusively in that area. TheyIt were traditionally bred mainly for drought work, but they are now raised principally for meat.

Between 1950 and 1981 the population of the Sayaguesa fell by about a quarter, or some 17 ...

Schwyz cattle are a historic breed of cattle from Switzerland, known for their impressive strength and endurance. The breed is named after the Swiss Canton of Schwyz and is considered one of the oldest cattle breeds in Europe. Schwyz cattle have a distinctive appearance, with their long horns, sturdy build, and red-brown coat. They are known for their hardiness and ability to withstand harsh environmental conditions, making them ideal for mountai ...

Selembu cattle are known for their hardiness and resistance to disease. They are well-adapted to tropical conditions and are used for both dairy and beef production. The breed is known for its good meat quality and high milk yield. The gaur-zebu hybridization gives the Selembu cattle a unique blend of the best characteristics of both parents. The breed is popular in Southeast Asia, particularly in Malaysia and Indonesia.

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Senepol cattle were developed on the Caribbean Island of St. Croix by Henry C. Nelthropp in the early 1900's by crossing Red Poll and N'Dama cattle. They combine the N'Dama characteristics of heat tolerance and insect resistance with the extreme gentleness, good meat, and high milk production of Red Poll cattle. They are selected for early maturity and maternal efficiency, no horns and solid red color, definite heat tolerance, and gentle dis ...

The Sheko breed of cattle is a type of Zebu breed found in Ethiopia. It is a small- to medium-sized breed known for its high resistance to diseases and parasites, and its ability to adapt to harsh and challenging environments. The Sheko breed is also valued for its hardiness, good meat quality, and high fertility rates. In Ethiopia, the Sheko breed is often used for dairy purposes, plowing fields, and for transportation.

Shetland cattle are known for their hardiness and ability to thrive in harsh weather conditions due to its adaptation to the Shetland Islands' climate. They have small, compact bodies and are known for their docile temperaments. The cattle's long, hairy coat protects them during winter and sheds during summer. Breeders find desirable traits in Shetland cattle, such as easy calving and fast growth to adulthood.

Shetland cattle are small ...

Shorthorn cattle originated in the Tees River Valley in the northeastern part of England in the counties of Northumberland, Durham, York, and Lincoln. They were brought to America in 1783 and were popular with America's early settlers.

The American Shorthorn Herd Book was published in 1846 and was the first registry for any breed in the US. Over 30 other breeds of cattle show traces of Shorthorn in their parentage, including Santa ...

The Shorthorn breed of cattle originated in the North East of England in the late eighteenth century. The breed was developed as dual-purpose, suitable for both dairy and beef production; however, certain blood lines within the breed always emphasized one quality or the other. Over time, these different lines diverged, and by the second half of the twentieth century, two separate breeds had developed – the Beef Shorthorn, and the Milking Shorthor ...

Siboney cattle, also known as Siboney de Cuba, are revered for their exceptional resilience, robust health, and remarkable adaptability to the tropical climate of the Caribbean. Renowned for their hardiness, these cattle thrive in the hot and humid conditions characteristic of their native region. Their innate resistance to tropical diseases further enhances their suitability for the challenging environment they inhabit.

One of the mos ...

Sided Tronder cattle is a breed of dairy cattle from Norway. They are medium to large in size and are known for their distinctive side markings that give them their name. They are generally light to dark brown in color, with white markings on their sides and legs. They are hardy, adaptable to harsh climates, and are known for their good temperament and easy handling. The breed is well-regarded for its high quality milk, which is rich in butterfat ...

Simbrah cattle are the result of an experiment combining Simmental and Brahman cattle that began in the pastures of a few dedicated cattlemen in the late 1960s. Their name is a combination of SIMmental and BRAhman.

Brahman cattle contributed heat and insect tolerance, hardiness, and excellent foraging ability, as well as maternal calving ease and longevity. Simmental cattle complement these excellent traits with early sexual mat ...

The Simford is a breed of cattle that originated in the UK. It is a cross between the Simmental and the Fordell strain of the Angus breed. Simfords are known for their excellent meat quality and good temperament, making them a popular choice for beef production. They are generally medium-sized animals, with a solid frame, and a coat color that ranges from red to black. They are also known for their high fertility rates and good mothering abilitie ...

Simmental cattle are from Czechoslovakia and can be characterized as cattle with high size, good frame, high growth ability and good meat performance.  

The first US imports of Simmental Beef were realized in 1993 from Canada. Other importation followed from Denmark and Germany. At the same time Fleckvieh heifers were imported from Germany and Austria. Since the beginning of breeding, polled type Simmentals were is preferred, b ...

In the rugged landscapes of northern Pakistan, amidst the sweeping vistas of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, there roams a breed of cattle as resilient as the land itself: the Smada.

A sub-breed of Zebu cattle, Smada cows are renowned for their distinctive features and remarkable adaptability to the harsh environments of their native region. Their origin steeped in the traditions of the Pakistani countryside, Smada cattle are a testam ...

South Devon cattle have existed in south-west England for about 400 years. They are believed to have evolved from the large red cattle of Normandy which were imported to England during the Norman invasion. Over 100 years of selection for performance have given the South Devon outstanding qualities of beef and maternal characteristics.  

They are the largest of the British native breeds, being large-framed, more muscular in shap ...

The Spanish Fighting Bull (Toro Bravo, toro de lidia, toro lidiado, ganado bravo, Touro de Lide) is an Iberian heterogeneous cattle breed. They are exclusively bred free-range on extensive estates in Spain, Portugal, France, and Latin American countries where bullfighting is organized. Fighting bulls are selected primarily for a certain combination of aggression, energy, strength, and stamina. In order to preserve their natural traits, during bre ...

Speckle Park are a modern Canadian breed of beef cattle. They were developed in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan starting in 1959, by cross-breeding stock of the British Aberdeen Angus and Shorthorn breeds, They have a spotted or speckled pattern for which it is named derived from a single bull with the color-pointed markings of the British White Park.

The Speckle Park was officially recognised as an 'evolving breed' in 1995, an ...

Square Meater (pun intended) is an Australian breed of medium framed, polled cattle which were developed by Rick Pisaturo of Mandalong Park near Sydney, New South Wales in the early 1990s from a base of Murray Grey genetics. Despite their stature they have excellent muscling and perform well in steer and carcass competitions.

Square Meaters are usually silver or gray with dark hooves and a dark skin that reduces the chance of eye cance ...

Sussex are a breed of red beef cattle from the Wealds of Sussex, Surrey, and Kent in southeastern England. They were traditionally used as a draft ox and were selectively bred for beef production in the late 19th century.

They have been exported to many countries, with the largest population found in South Africa. The Sussex is one of several red cattle breeds from southern England and was considered to be one of the finest cattle in ...

The Swedish Red is a breed of cattle native to Sweden. It is one of the most common cattle breeds in Sweden and is used primarily for milk and meat production. The breed is characterized by its deep red color, high milk production, and good fertility. Swedish Red cattle are also known for their strong health, ability to adapt to different climates and environments, and good temperament. They are well-adapted to outdoor farming, and are often rais ...

Swedish Red-and-White is a highly valued dairy cattle breed in Sweden, known for its high milk production and good quality milk. The breed is known for its red and white coloring, and is recognized for its strong build and good udders. This breed is also highly adaptable and able to thrive in different climates and production systems.

The breed was formed in the 1920s through the cross-breeding of the Swedish Red Pied and Swedish Ayrsh ...